Samarkand and its Turquoise Domes

Overview

Discover Samarkand on a comfortable private tour in an air-conditioned vehicle, accompanied by a professional guide. During the experience we will visit the most emblematic places of the city, such as Gur-e Amir Mausoleum, Registan Square, Bibi Khanum Mosque, Shah-i-Zinda architectural complex and Siyob bazaar. Private chauffeured transportation allows you to travel comfortably and efficiently between the main monuments, while the guide offers detailed historical and cultural explanations. This tour is ideal for travelers who want to know Samarkand in a relaxed, safe and personalized way.

Itinerary

1. Mausolée de Gour Emir

   Guided tour of Gur-e Amir Mausoleum, resting place of Amir Timur (Tamerlan). The guide will explain the history of the Timurid empire, the architecture of the mausoleum and its cultural importance for Samarkand. Travelers will have time to explore the interior and take pictures.

   · 40 min· Admission not included

2. Régistan

   Guided tour of Plaza del Registan, the historic heart of Samarkand. The guide will explain the history and architecture of the Ulugh Beg, Sher-Dor and Tilla-Kari madrassas. Travelers will have time to take pictures and enjoy the atmosphere of the monumental ensemble.

   · 1 h· Admission not included

3. Mosquée Bibi-Khanym

   Guided tour of the Bibi-Khanum Mosque, one of the largest mosques in Central Asia. The guide will explain its history, the legend of Bibi-Khanum and the architectural details of the complex. Travellers will have time to explore the grounds and take pictures

   · 30 min· Admission not included

4. Siyob Bozor

   Visit Siyob Bazaar, the largest and liveliest market in Samarkand. Travelers will get to know local life, traditional Uzbek products and have free time to walk, observe and make optional purchases

   · 30 min

5. Guided tour of the Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis, one of the most important architectural complexes in Samarkand. The guide will explain the history, religious significance and mausoleums decorated with tiles from the 9th-15th centuries. Travelers will have time to tour the resort and take pictures.

   · 1 h· Admission not included

6. Visit Konigil, known for its traditional paper mill. Travelers will learn about the artisanal papermaking process from mulberry bark, a historical tradition of Samarkand. Free time to observe the process and take pictures.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

Your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby or at the agreed meeting point between 10 and 15 minutes before departure. In case the hotel is outside the city center, the meeting point will be the mausoleum of Amir Temur. The guide will carry a sign with the name of the traveler.

Meeting and end point

What to know before you go

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Pricing per group (up to 10 people).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

Product code: 5601083P4

Activity offered by Mokhi via Viator.